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My Scoop is the Southern fashionista's source for style. This online style magazine will keep you updated on the latest fashion, best dressed events, haute travel, posh pads, and everything the Southern Belle needs to know to live a chic life.

With daily articles and biweekly email newsletters, My Scoop, keeps its readers and email subscribers in style with 'in the know' information.

What started as a blog has become an online magazine geared specifically to the Southern fashionista.

My Scoop also offers the Scoopette Card, a shopping discount card for the low annual fee of $30, that offers shopping discounts at notable Southern retailers.

Another fabulous feature - My Scoop Wish Lists where you can create wish lists for Christmas, Birthdays, and any other holiday. Create your list and then email it out to significant others, friends, family, etc, so that when you open that lovely box big or small there is still the element of surprise!

MY FAVORITE THINGS PARTY DIARY

December 12 the fashion set was out in style at My Scoop's My Favorite Things Holiday Party sponsored by Verizon Wireless. With an array of 'Favorite Things' giveaways, champagne and Berry Merry Cocktails, incredible fare from The Wine Loft, the most decadent red velvet Tiffany Box baby bites from Pastry Arts, swag bags with fabulous goodies - this party decorated with large gift boxes wrapped in hot pink, brilliant blue, and silver brought out the South's most chic.

Dressed to impress.





Gifts galore!






A little bite of heaven in these red velvet Tiffany Box baby bites by Pastry Arts.


Cookies shaped like purses, dresses, and shoes - oh my!





Columnist Bradford Bankhead looking stellar in a purple Rebecca Taylor dress from Laura Kathryn and Charles by Charles David shoes poses with friends.





The Scoopettes served cookies and demonstrated phones from Verizon Wireless. People even took personality tests to see which phone best fit their personality.






As always the Swank girls look uber sophis.







Lounging in style at the posh Wine Loft.






Bringing Manhattan South, Lesley Decastro with entourage in tow.






My Scoop's Allie Fuller and Jessica Vance keep a stylish eye on the swag bags filled with designer business cards by Nadia Kidd, Lancome L'Extreme mascara, L'Occitane products, Bumble and Bumble products from Blue Velvet Salon, Prescriptive samples, Baume de Jardin products, Hair Reflections gift cards, Southern Living mini cookbooks, and Red Bull to keep that energy going through the holidays! Jessica Vance wearing a fab geometric dress from Swank 35223 perfect for the weather that night (can we say Christmas in July) and Allie Fuller wearing a Nicole Miller dress from Belk.

RSVP MY FAVORITE THINGS

Just a quick note about My Favorite Things Holiday Party. You must RSVP by 11am 12/12 to myscoopmedia@yahoo.com. Yes, you can purchase a Scoopette Card at the door via check but only people who have RSVPd will be allowed to do that. We are looking forward to a fab holiday event and very excited about the launch of myscoop.us!

WHAT'S IN THE BAG!

So you are probably wondering what will be in the swag bags tomorrow night. Here is a preview.


These designer business card holders by Nadia Kidd are very chic. Made out of various silk fabrics Nadia has created a design that is durable and attractive. Carrying one of these around will guarantee compliments. A unique magnetic snap easily secures the holder flap in place.


Bumble and Bumble samples from Blue Velvet Salon will add umph to your hair this holiday season.







L'Occitane is opening a new store at The Summit and contributing generously to the swag bags by providing their signature Very Precious Cream and Verbena Shampoo. L'Occitane en Provence creates luxury skincare and body products. Their Very Precious Cream fights all signs of aging.








Cosmetics from Belk including Prescriptive sample, the world famous Baume de Jardine hand healer, and Lancome's L'Extreme mascara.



Olaria Studio Christmas ornaments. These darling ornaments are the creation of the talented Amy McClure whose company Olaria Studio has been featured on HGTV and in various publications.

Other goodies: mini cookbook from Southern Living, Hair Reflections' Gift Card, and for that extra energy to get you through the holidays Red Bull.

PARDON OUR STYLISH PROGRESS

Hi Scoop readers! We are in the midst of launching the new website www.myscoop.us and as you can imagine it takes a a lot of time and preparation. Here is an image of the new design that we are so excited about! We cannot wait to have it up and running for you. I will be posting soon with photos of the Favorite Things giveaways and also photos of the swag, so check back for those My Favorite Things Holiday Party updates.

SCOOP THIS!

- Tonight Barton Clay's Eleganza 3-8pm featuring stunning timepieces, designer jewelry, and fashion by Jane Simon and Swank. Enjoy a silent auction with items from John Hardy, Rolex, Chad Allison, and more! Catering by B&A Warehouse. Barton Clay in Mountain Brook Village.

- Through November 30 Holiday sale at Lara with fantastic designers at great prices. Lara at Patton Creek

- November 30 6-9pm $199 Art Sale at Nordys Gallery with amazing paintings, jewelry, boxes, handmade frames & unique gifts from artists like WJ Cunningham, Darrell Ezekiel, Karen Jacobs, and more. Nordys Gallery near Pepper Place off 3rd Avenue South.

- Going on NOW at DIOR - 40% off Dior handbags and boots! Dior at Saks Fifth Avenue.

- Going on NOW Louboutin, Fendi, Miu Miu and more on sale at incredible prices at Saks Fifth Avenue.

SCOOPETTE CLUB CARD NOW AVAILABLE ONLINE

Just in the 'Saint Nick' of time for holiday shopping: The Scoopette Club Card! Thank you to everyone who inquired about the Scoopette Card and to all of those who just had to have their Scoopette Card asap!
You have 2 options for purchasing your card:
1) Purchase online by clicking here or on the site link
2) Mail check to 5205 Cottage Circle Birmingham, AL 35226
Allow 1-2 weeks for processing. Now all readers will soon have this fabulous card!

For only $30 this annual card will be your shopping passport to great style. Just imagine that dress you saw at Doree that you love being 20% off, a pair of shoes from Shoezy Q at a fab discount, getting $25 off your $100 or more purchase at Gus Mayer, or booking a spa appointment at Richard Joseph for 20% off. Enjoy these discounts and more at Southern fashionista favorites like:

Gus Mayer
Marella
Doree
Swank 35223
Mia Moda
Lara at Patton Creek
Emma's at Lee Branch
Bella Bridesmaid
Shoezy Q
Olaria Studio
Richard Joseph Salon
Generation Dog
Aware Cosmetics
Magnolia Marketplace (Huntsville boutique)
Hair Reflections
Coastal Couture (Gulf Shores boutique)
Alabama Ballet
B.Vintage (Huntsville boutique)
and more!!!

Scoopettes also receive invitations to exclusive events, swag bags at events, and special opportunities to win fabulous shopping trips! Email myscoopmedia@yahoo.com with any questions and make sure to sign up for our email newsletters (top left corner) so you are getting The Scoop!


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SCOOPETTE SAVINGS EVER SO NEAR!

The Scoopette Club Card is nearing release with 20%, 15%, and 10% off at Southern fashionista favorites like the following stores:

Gus Mayer
Marella
Doree
Swank 35223
Mia Moda
Lara at Patton Creek
Emma's at Lee Branch
Bella Bridesmaid
Shoezy Q
Olaria Studio
Richard Joseph Salon
Generation Dog
Aware Cosmetics
Magnolia Marketplace (Huntsville boutique)
Hair Reflections
Coastal Couture (Gulf Shores boutique)
Alabama Ballet
B.Vintage (Huntsville boutique)
and more!!!

The card will be released December 1 and available for purchase online mid-November for $30 annual Scoopette fee. Scoopettes also receive invitations to exclusive events, swag bags at events, and special opportunities to win fabulous shopping trips!
Email myscoopmedia@yahoo.com with any questions, check the website, and make sure to sign up for our email newsletters (top left corner) so you are getting The Scoop!





Saks Fifth Avenue at The Summit Announcing Jo Malone Launching mid-November

A SHOPPING WE WILL GO...

The perfect time to shop is now. With the weather getting colder and the holidays upon us it is time to take advantage of great discounts. The Junior League's Shop Save Share card savings begin tomorrow and go through November 4. My Scoop did a little shopping investigation to show you how much you could save in the next 2 weeks:

1. French Connection flapper style dress from Swank 35223(click here to see) $198 with Shop Save Share = $158.40

2. Michael Stars tshirt from Private Gallery at The Summit $58 = $46.40

3. Generation Dog Bella Bag $14.99 = $11.99

4. John Hardy earrings from Bromberg's $275 = $220

5. Hot stone massage from Richard Joseph $75 = $60

6. Vanessa Barantes dress from Doree (click here to see) $210 = $168.00

7. Christmas cards from Weddings Etc TBD (since these are custom the discount varies)

8. Swivel glider from Bellini Baby $329 and up = $263 and up

9. Burberry tie for him from Gus Mayer $125 = $100

10. Baby gift from Lamb's Ear Barefoot Dreams baby outfit $38 = $30.40

11. Planter for your holiday topiary from Elegant Earth at The Arbor in the design district $100 and up = $80 and up

12. Fish Tacos at The Cantina at Pepper Place $8 = $6.40

13. Holiday dress by Kay Unger from Saks Fifth Avenue at The Summit $330 = $264

14. Chantelle Body Sculpt bra from The Fitting Touch at Vestavia City Center $68 = $54.40

15. Hat box chocolate gift for your favorite client from Crave Chocolate at Patton Creek $55 = $44

For a $40 purchase that goes to support the Junior League's 33 outreach programs, this card is more than worth the savings. On our shopping investigation, My Scoop saved over $377 (excludes holiday cards from Weddings Etc since these are custom ordered, so in reality even more savings!)

FOR THE LOVE OF KAY

I was delighted to have the opportunity today to meet the incredibly talented Kay Unger. She hosted a meet and greet at Saks Fifth Avenue at The Summit from 11-5. At 11 the store was packed with guests while the afternoon allowed more one on one time with Kay, who even helped me into some fabulous dresses that would be ideal for the holidays. The jewel tones are gorgeous and the varying 50's inspired necklines on several cocktail dresses added that extra umph us fashionistas look for. I was also very pleased to find cute, sexy dresses from Kay's younger geared line, Phoebe Couture.
Of course the company was nice too. Glamazons Anne Bromberg and Misty Luna looked gorgeous as always while an incognito visit by a slim and handsome Hicks (that would be our American Idol) was quite fun. Who knew Taylor was a fashionisto! From being zipped up by Kay to having her take interest in My Scoop, was quite a delightful experience. What a fun fashionista Thursday!